Simon Anglim Livres

Wide-ranging reassessment of Orde Wingate's controversial career, focusing on Wingate as a commander and military thinker and based on a major study of Wingate's official and private papers.

A comprehensive and heavily illustrated guide to warfare in the ancient world.This essential guide to ancient warfare describes the fighting methods of soldiers in Europe and the Middle East in an age before gunpowder. From a detailed examination of the individual components of an ancient army and their equipment, to a fascinating exploration of ancient battle strategies, siege warfare, and naval battles, it explores the unique tactics required to win battles with the technology available. Using specially commissioned color and black-and-white artwork and 24 full-color tactical maps, this book shows in great detail the methods by which armies, including Assyrians and Roman forces, prevailed over their foes, and why other armies were less successful. This is a must-read for any reader interested in ancient warfare.

Focusing on Major General Orde Wingate, this biography delves into the life of one of the most controversial British military leaders of World War II. Utilizing Wingate's personal papers, the author provides a comprehensive examination of his role within the British army, offering insights into his strategies and the complexities of his character. This work fills a notable gap in historical literature, shedding light on Wingate's impact and legacy during a pivotal time in military history.

Bohatě ilustrovaná publikace přibližuje taktiku, bojové techniky, zbraně a výstroj starověkých armád od třetího tisíciletí před naším letopočtem do roku 500 našeho letopočtu. Základní informace o roli pěchoty a jízdního vojska coby hlavních součástí starověkých armád doplňuje pohled na dobovou roli velících složek a výklad průběhu nejslavnějších bitev starověku. Přílohu tvoří dvacet čtyři taktických map a popisů klíčových bitev (např. Cannae, Alesia, Syrakusy, Actium). (mlp.cz)... celý text